Rafaella Sammouti
About Rafaella Sammouti
Rafaella Sammouti is a Continuous Improvement Manager at Amazon Logistics, specializing in enhancing operational efficiency in logistics operations. She has a strong background in chemical engineering and process technology, with previous roles at Unilever, Mondelēz International, and IChemE.
Current Role at Amazon Logistics
Rafaella Sammouti serves as the Continuous Improvement Manager at Amazon Logistics, a position she has held since 2021. In this role, she focuses on leading process improvement initiatives within the logistics sector. Her work aims to enhance operational efficiency and customer satisfaction, utilizing her expertise in implementing Amazon Customer Excellence Systems (ACES). Based in the London Area, United Kingdom, she has contributed to optimizing logistics processes to meet the demands of a dynamic industry.
Previous Experience at Mondelēz International
Prior to her current role, Rafaella Sammouti worked as a Process Engineer at Mondelēz International for a duration of nine months in 2020 to 2021. During her time there, she applied her knowledge of process engineering to improve operational workflows and efficiency within the organization. This experience contributed to her understanding of the food and beverage sector, enhancing her skill set in process optimization.
Background in Chemical Engineering and Education
Rafaella Sammouti has a strong academic background in chemical engineering. She earned her Bachelor of Science (BSc) in Chemistry from The University of Sheffield, where she studied from 2012 to 2015. She further advanced her education by obtaining a Master of Science (MSc) in Advanced Chemical Engineering from Imperial College London in 2016. Additionally, she studied at the Dyson School of Design Engineering, achieving another master's degree in the same year. This educational foundation supports her expertise in process technology and optimization.
Leadership Role at Institution of Chemical Engineers
Rafaella Sammouti served as the Chair of the Food & Drinks Special Interest Group at the Institution of Chemical Engineers (IChemE) from 2019 to 2021. In this leadership role, she contributed to the advancement of industry-specific knowledge and practices within the food and drinks sector. Her involvement in IChemE reflects her commitment to professional development and collaboration within the engineering community.
Experience at Unilever
Rafaella Sammouti has extensive experience at Unilever, where she held multiple positions, including Senior Global Processing Technologist and Process Scientist. Her tenure at Unilever spanned from 2017 to 2019, during which she worked on global processing technology projects, gaining international experience in process optimization. This experience has been instrumental in shaping her approach to continuous improvement in logistics operations.